Sir Henry ‘Tim’ Birkin was born into a wealthy family of lace traders in 1896, he would become one of Britain’s ‘Bentley Boys’ the fearless racers whom chased excitement and glory. A sporting gentleman no doubt, Birkin lived life to the full and after contracting Malaria in Palestine serving in the Royal Flying Corps during […]

Whilst I always look to the Veloce website for their latest offerings, rarely does a book grab my attention such as this one; a selfish reason in this case, as I am lucky enough to own a Mark 2. The author has most likely forgotten more about William Lyons creations than I will ever know, but with this particular Jaguar saloon I feel justified in offering an opinion.

July 23, 2017Comments Off on Final Countdown To Epic Silverstone Classic

Record numbers of car clubs are turning out in force, too, with Saturday’s vast infield display areas entirely sold-out. In total, more than 10,000 beautiful classics will be on show over the three days with, as tradition now dictates

The Harry Flatters on the challenging Epynt ranges in Wales is an important round of the season-long battle between current BHRC leaders Nick Elliott and Dave Price and defending champions Jason Pritchard and Phil Clarke in a contest of Ford Escort Mk2s.

July 20, 2017Comments Off on Vintage Festival Coming To Cadwell Park This Sunday

The cars are the main stars of the show in the event’s headline Shuttleworth and Nuffield Trophy races, with prestigious awards, and truly special cars, many of which would have raced at the Le Mans 24 Hours or Mille Miglia in their heyday

July 18, 2017Comments Off on Celebrity Teams Confirmed For Silverstone Classic Race

World and Olympic champions, chart-topping musicians, best-selling authors and familiar figures from TV and radio will all be on the star-studded grid for the inaugural Celebrity Challenge Trophy Race at this month’s eagerly-anticipated Silverstone Classic (28-30 July). The stellar big-name line-up features no fewer than five gold medal-winning athletes. These are topped by Jason Kenny […]